This October, The Book Club Was Better celebrates Adopt-a-Dog Month and Halloween with a community-centered market and movie night. We're especially excited to host vendors and authors that bring a spooky vibe to the function.

We also love to showcase local non-profits, book clubs, artists, workshop hosts & craft teachers, performance artists, food vendors, and more! Got a fun or weird idea? I'd love to hear it. Just drop me a note in the comments field and I'll be in touch.

💸 Booth Fees

• Standard Vendor: $10 (6–8 PM)
• Author: FREE (6–8 PM)
• Nonprofit: FREE (6-8 PM)

We also offer an optional $5 add-on to vend during the movie (6 until approximately 10:30 PM, depending on movie run-time) in the back patio area, where the movie will be shown. Space in this section is limited to 3–4 vendors and will be confirmed via email.

All vendors are also asked to contribute a $10 donation to our nonprofit partner. This donation is separate from the booth fee and can be written off for tax purposes.

📍 Event Details

• Outdoor event.
• Vendors must bring their own setup (tent, table, chairs, display, etc.)
• Wi-Fi included, Electricity available for limited spaces, must be requested in the application.
• No refunds (unless event is canceled by organizer). In case of bad weather, vendors may be moved indoors or event may be rescheduled to another date.

⏰ Schedule

• Vendors must be ready by 5:45 PM
• Market officially runs from 6:00–8:00 PM.
• Film screening starts at 8:00 PM

📣 Vendor Responsibilities

To participate, you must:

• Help promote the event on social media (we can provide graphics and suggested copy if needed)
• Submit proof of donation within 7 days of the event
• Disclose if and how you use AI in your creative process (writing, artwork, product design, etc.)

Failure to do either may result in removal from future Beyond the Covers events.